2001 Ford Ranger: complete transmission failure

Filed Jan 10, 2012 · Transmission · 109,000 miles · MI

On the date listed, the transmission failed to go into reverse. The repair shop told me that the ford ranger is notorius for transmission problems that include: 1. Failing to go into reverse, 2. Failing to go into forward after stopping, 3. Jumping gears, or slow gear changes. This information has been confirmed by other shops as well as a google search. In fact, the problem may be severly under reported as ford dealerships may list as other problems and smaller shops may not link the problem. This is a very costly repair, so I'm sure ford does not want to be forced to recall all of the rangers, and it appears that this problem does affect several years of rangers on the market. Please google ford ranger transmissions, and look at the amount of complaints. Look at the blogs and groups that are complaining about this issue, which if it involves the vehicle moving forward, could impact the passengers if the problem occurs on a freeway entrance ramp or subdivision streets. This is a widepsread problem that is under reported and is not being addressed, and it needs to be examined in more detail.

Filed Sep 5, 2007 · Acceleration, Transmission · 65,800 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford ranger. After the contacts vehicle was repaired under the speed control recall, the transmission began to fail. While driving between 50 and 55 MPH, the transmission automatically shifts into neutral and the engine revs. The vehicle also shifts into neutral whenever the cruise control is engaged. The vehicle has been to the dealer twice regarding this failure. The dealer stated that the speed control recall repair was not the cause of the transmission failure. They stated that he needed a new transmission, which will cost $1,300. The federal safety agency recall id number for the speed control was unknown. The current mileage was 66,100 and failure mileage was 65,800. Updated 09/25/07

Filed Dec 13, 2006 · Transmission · 75,260 miles · FL

Transmission failure; 2001 ford ranger edge- have had problems with prior to warranty expiring. A tsb for the initial problem was performed by the dealer, but the problem persisted and when analyzed, the same error code came up.

Filed Sep 6, 2005 · Transmission · 79,200 miles · WI

Automatic transmission started shifting hard, overdrive off warning light came on and started flashing. Took car to dealer and they said transmission was bad. This vehicle only has 79000 miles on it. Showed them maint. Records, they said there was nothing they could do. $2800 repair bill for new transmission.

Filed Jul 18, 2004 · Transmission · 66,000 miles · MO

Transmission failure

Filed Apr 18, 2003 · Transmission · 25,000 miles · TX

This complaint is about a ford ranger edge supercab 4x4. I have had this truck barely over 2 years and it has 45,000 miles on it. About one year after purchasing the vehicle I started having transmission problems, the "overdrive off" light flashing and funny shifts from first into second as well as a hesitant acceleration followed by a small jerk. I took it in to have it fixed and apparently it was. About 3 months later the transmission started acting up again in the same fashion. I took it in and once again thought it was fixed until a few months later it started doing the same thing. By this time since I thought the truck was finally fixed I decided to add a 4" suspension lift and 33" tires. When I took it in they told me I need either a new transmission or to have this one rebuilt and that the warranty would cover the cost. After about a week in the shop and torn apart they called and told me the warranty co. Did not want to pay for the rebuilt transmission because of the "extensive suspension mods" and larger tires. Let me remind you, I had it in 2 times before the lift was put on for this same problem that has not yet been fixed. After a bit of arguing I decided that I wasn't going to win and that I need a truck. So I am now paying $150 a month for the $3000+ for the work and rebuilt transmission. Now, after about 4 months after the work, I am experiencing the same problem yet again...can someone please advise me on how to take care of this problem ??? Thanks, aaron.

Filed Apr 14, 2001 · Transmission · OH

While driving between my job in buffalo, ny, and my home in lexington, oh, I suffered a complete transmission failure and was forced to limp into a local ford truck sales place. The failure occurred without any advanced warning and left me limping along at about 35-40 MPH on the I-90 thruway during rush hour with heavy traffic traveling 65-70 MPH. By the time I traveled the approximate 10 miles, I had totally lost reverse gear and had substantial slippage occuring in forward gears. Mechanics inspected the transmission and discovered severe damage to the transmission requiring it to be replaced. Ford tech consultants revealed that this is happening to many ford rangers, but no recall has been issued. Apparently, the torque on the transmission was increased without redesigning the transmission or seals to be able to withstand the higher torque. Therefore, transmission seals are failing under use, leading to severe damage of the transmission. Furthermore, ford has no replacement parts available --- even though the damage occurred on 4/11/01, a new replacement transmission won't be available until at least 4/20/01, an unacceptable situation. Apparently my truck won't be able to be returned to me for several weeks. Ford tech consultants revealed that they are thinking about a recall, but haven't decided yet. My truck only has 9,200 miles on it --- I have had it less than 4 months. Please investigate and require ford to assume its responsibilities by requiring a recall, by requiring timely repairs, and by assuming financial responsibility. I cannot provide the VIN number currently because I don't have the vehicle, although it should be able to be retrieved from hunter erie ford truck sales of erie, pa or mark ford of bellvile, oh. Thank you for your assistance.